Archives for October 28, 2013

'Darcy Regier wouldn’t say if they’d be interested in re-signing Moulson who’s also an unrestricted free agent. My guess is no as they could turn him into more picks before the trade deadline.' … [Read more...] about The Vanek trade is a good one, but it won’t make this season any easier

'"I believe Matt will address our current needs and provide us with support, leadership, scoring," Sabres general manager Darcy Regier told reporters. "With where our hockey club is, the first- and the second-round picks are important. Whether we use the picks to select players at the draft or whether we use them to continue to improve the hockey club as we go forward through … [Read more...] about Islanders acquire Vanek from Sabres

'While it's still early, nothing about the Sabres’ first 13 games (2-10-1) suggests they're a team destined to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs this season. Now they're clearly hoping the Islanders don't either, because that could give them two of the first 14 selections in the 2014 NHL Draft.' … [Read more...] about Vanek deal is good for Sabres, risk for Isles

'"Matt’s a very good player…. [He’s] off to a good start and is a goal scorer and plays in the hard areas and on the power play. And will continue to contribute in that regard, but this is more an overall deal which I believe will improve this hockey club going forward."' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire Moulson & 2 picks for Vanek